- Paperback: 304 pages
- Publisher: HarperCollins (3 Mar 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0007278594
- ISBN-13: 978-0007278596
- Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 945,221 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Praise for Paulo Coelho:
‘An exceptional writer.' USA Today
‘His books have had a life-enhancing impact on millions of people.’ Times
‘One of the few to deserve the term “Publishing Phenomenon”.’ Independent on Sunday
‘Coelho’s writing is beautifully poetic but his message is what counts…he gives me hope and puts a smile on my face.’ Daily Express
‘“The Alchemist” is a beautiful book about magic, dreams and the treasures we seek elsewhere and then find on our doorstep.‘ Madonna
‘It’s like music, really, the way he writes, it’s so beautiful. It’s a gift that I envy above all others.’ Julia Roberts
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The spellbinding new novel from one of the world's best-loved authors, Paulo Coelho, recounting the story of Brida, and her pursuit of wisdom.
This is the story of Brida, a young Irish girl, and her quest for knowledge. She has long been interested in various aspects of magic, but is searching for something more. Her search leads her to people of great wisdom, who begin to teach her about the world.
Her teachers sense that Brida has a gift, but cannot tell what that is. Meanwhile, Brida pursues her course ever deeper into the mysteries of life, seeking to answer questions about who she is. She meets a wise man who dwells in a forest, and teaches her about overcoming her fears and trusting in the goodness of the world, and a woman who teaches her how to dance to the music of the world, and how to pray to the moon. She seeks her destiny, as she struggles to find a balance between her relationships and her desire to become a witch.
This enthralling novel incorporates themes fans of Paulo will love. It is a tale of love, passion, mystery and spirituality.
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52 of 56 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have long been a fan of Coelho's work and have long waited for BRIDA to be published in English, so as soon as this was available I grabbed it. Having now finished it the question of whether it was worth the wait is an inevitable one.
BRIDA is the story of a young Irish woman, Brida, who wishes to learn about magic. At the very beginning of the novel, she meets a Magus from the Tradition of the Sun who teaches her about the Dark Night and who recognises that she does have a gift - he is just not completely sure what that gift is. Yet this marks the beginning of Brida's spiritual journey - to find out what her gift is and what her path shall ultimately be.
This path then leads her to Wicca, a woman who commands respect and stirs emotions within Brida that she does not always understand. Wicca takes Brida on as a student, teaching her the Tradition of the Moon.
So, BRIDA is basically the story of one woman's spiritual journey of self-discovery. Along the way she learns how to listen to the hidden music of the world and how she would be able to recognise her Soulmate. Brida also discovers that, as for anyone embarking upon a journey of self-discovery, the things that she experiences and learns have an effect upon not just her but those who are close to her. This, as Coelho tries to empart, is the nature of such a journey - once you have found the right path, to see it to the end and fulfill your destiny is not always an easy ride.
For fans of Coelho's work, BRIDA should be an enjoyable read. For those who have never encountered his work before, BRIDA may be somewhat of a disappointment. As with much of Coelho's work, the reader gets out what they are willing to put into their reading experience. By this I mean you have to be sympathetic to the essence of his work - I would imagine that there would be some people who cannot relate to this book at all, and so they may not take very much away from it. However, if you are open to spirituality in all of its dimensions and are looking for a book that touches upon this area, BRIDA shall be very rewarding for you.
BRIDA is the story of a young Irish woman, Brida, who wishes to learn about magic. At the very beginning of the novel, she meets a Magus from the Tradition of the Sun who teaches her about the Dark Night and who recognises that she does have a gift - he is just not completely sure what that gift is. Yet this marks the beginning of Brida's spiritual journey - to find out what her gift is and what her path shall ultimately be.
This path then leads her to Wicca, a woman who commands respect and stirs emotions within Brida that she does not always understand. Wicca takes Brida on as a student, teaching her the Tradition of the Moon.
So, BRIDA is basically the story of one woman's spiritual journey of self-discovery. Along the way she learns how to listen to the hidden music of the world and how she would be able to recognise her Soulmate. Brida also discovers that, as for anyone embarking upon a journey of self-discovery, the things that she experiences and learns have an effect upon not just her but those who are close to her. This, as Coelho tries to empart, is the nature of such a journey - once you have found the right path, to see it to the end and fulfill your destiny is not always an easy ride.
For fans of Coelho's work, BRIDA should be an enjoyable read. For those who have never encountered his work before, BRIDA may be somewhat of a disappointment. As with much of Coelho's work, the reader gets out what they are willing to put into their reading experience. By this I mean you have to be sympathetic to the essence of his work - I would imagine that there would be some people who cannot relate to this book at all, and so they may not take very much away from it. However, if you are open to spirituality in all of its dimensions and are looking for a book that touches upon this area, BRIDA shall be very rewarding for you.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
It's difficult to know whether to recommend this book or not. I'm sure many people will love it and quite a few will hate it. Coelho's books are very much about the message rather than the story, which is just a vehicle. If you are looking for a story with lots of action and events, this will not be for you, as not a great deal happens.If you want an accurate account of either witchcaft or Ireland, you are likely to be disappointed. If you want to know how to find your soulmate, this won't help much, either (basically, it seems that they have a light in their eyes and a point of light above their left shoulder, if you are trained enough to see it).
Some people have described this book as inspiring, though, and it is easy to see why. The book puts forward interesting messages about life and love. Those with some interest in spirituality will find much to think about, and many find in Paul Coelho's books instances which reflect or explain spiritual experiences that they have had themselves - and that can inspire. Those who think they have already found their soulmate will find either confirmation or food for thought. Those who believe there is more to life than just the moment, that there is some sort of purpose to it, will undoubtedly find something here and you certainly don't need to be into Wicca or sympathetic to it's ideas (which a lot of Wiccans, it seems, feel are misrepresented here anyway).
So, approach this as stimulus material, and you are unlikely to be disappointed. Most people know something about Paul Coelho and will have an opinion about whether they will like his books, and they are usually right. For those who like this genre, this book will entertain and may inspire.
Some people have described this book as inspiring, though, and it is easy to see why. The book puts forward interesting messages about life and love. Those with some interest in spirituality will find much to think about, and many find in Paul Coelho's books instances which reflect or explain spiritual experiences that they have had themselves - and that can inspire. Those who think they have already found their soulmate will find either confirmation or food for thought. Those who believe there is more to life than just the moment, that there is some sort of purpose to it, will undoubtedly find something here and you certainly don't need to be into Wicca or sympathetic to it's ideas (which a lot of Wiccans, it seems, feel are misrepresented here anyway).
So, approach this as stimulus material, and you are unlikely to be disappointed. Most people know something about Paul Coelho and will have an opinion about whether they will like his books, and they are usually right. For those who like this genre, this book will entertain and may inspire.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This was the first novel I have read by Paulo Coelho. I was drawn to it by the interesting storyline; unfortunately that's all it has going for it. This is not good literature - neither the characters nor the plot have any depth to them. This will be the last Coelho novel I read.
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Complete Drivel
Brida is poorly written, the characters are weak, and Coelho has clearly not researched his subject area beforehand. Read more
Published 8 days ago by Kamikazee_Budgie
Brida
paulo coelho is a great story teller. I always learn something about myself from reading his books.
this story about Brida was a great experience for me as i am on a similar... Read more
this story about Brida was a great experience for me as i am on a similar... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Ms. K. F. Mcgroarty
BRILLIANT
Im totally in love this book. I enjoyed every page of it. classic Paulo's story: magical, spiritual, encouriging to follow your path. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Maggie
Fabulous Read
A friend recommended this book as she knows I like all things 'Spiritual' and it was like reading about myself. Loved it; his books are a fabulous read.
Published 17 months ago by B. A. Moore
two hours of my life i'll never get back
this is his only book i have ever read and it has certainly put me off ever reading any others. it was so incredibly poorly written; his characters had no character, the book had... Read more
Published 18 months ago by tigmum
this is a beautiful book, if understood.
at first I was a bit bored by this book, found it hard to get into, I can't remember at what point it grabbed me but after that I didn't put it back down, this is not a book for... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Kathleen T. Montaigue
Good, not great
I'm a big fan of Coelho and this book didn't disappoint me, however it is one of his "lesser novels". Read more
Published 21 months ago by JamesA
Rubbish
This book went absolutely nowhere. From start to finish I was bored.
A complete disappointment.
A complete disappointment.
Published on 25 Mar 2010 by Ms. E. R. Hughes
Brida
Absolutely loved this book, read it in just 3 nights as i couldnt put it down, was recommended by an unknown friend on facebook and it was perfect.... Read more
Published on 20 Nov 2009 by melanie cook
Amazing review :))
The book came in excellent condition and was delivered really quickly.
It is a great book for people who believe or want to believe in love and magic.
It is a great book for people who believe or want to believe in love and magic.
Published on 13 Sep 2009 by J. Stosic
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